Leicestershire sign India batter Ajinkya Rahane

The 34-year-old, who has captained his country in all formats, will join the club in June and be available for eight LV= Insurance County Championship matches and all of the One Day Cup.

Rahane has scored 4,931 runs, including 12 centuries, in 82 Tests and 2,962 runs in 90 one-day internationals.

"I'm really happy to be joining Leicestershire for the upcoming season," Rahane said.

"I can't wait to play alongside my new team-mates and explore the vibrant city of Leicester."

Leicestershire director of cricket Claude Henderson said: "I'm extremely excited to welcome Ajinkya to Leicestershire.

"He comes with a lot of experience and a tremendous work ethic. It's a great opportunity for us to tap into that."